Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"It's a 4 cylinder and as a result is slow to accelerate but i am used to it by now"
TIMOTHY E., NJ (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"The Toyota was an economy vehichle with an economy ride. Sometimes chatters over rough roads and rides stiff."
WALTER S., PR (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Turning radius is pretty large making which makes low-speed maneuvering some what clumsy'"
AUBREY H., OK (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Love the V-6 power and only wish I had gotten 4 wheel drive also. Disappointed that rust is becoming more prevelant and paint is fading. Windows and locks are starting to act up also."
DAVID M., HI (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Good acceleration, but poor clutch action and clumsy handling. very reliable."
PAT B., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"the differential lock has really come in handy in serious backroad driving or weather- 4 wheel without the hassel"
Anonymous, AZ (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Seems a bit underpowered for double cab"
JAMES G., CO (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"I added a camper to the truck so the miles per gallon is less than when empty. I would get more like 24 miles per gallon without the camper."
GEORGE C., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"It rides rough, and is a bit uncomfortable on long rides."
Anonymous, BC (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Toyotas are GREAT!"
Glen F., AZ (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Slow to accelrate, even with 6-cyl engine."
Anonymous, NC (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is adequate. Overall, however, it never fails."
Anonymous, WV (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"It is still very responsive."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Peppy V6 which was a nice upgrade from the previous 4cyl. Good transmission, shifts are short and precise. Handling is good for a vehicle of this size, steering is responsive and quick."
Kris B., VA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"it performs the way I want it to. It accelerates like a truck and handles like a truck which is what I want in a truck. I do wish the bed was longer, I could haul more. But it will do. Thanks Toyota."
Michael G., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"the V6 seems weak, acceleration is more poor. Mileage is less than expected. Handles well."
Brian M., NM (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Drives like a truck. No great acceleration even with 6 cylinders."
Andrew L., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"VERY DEPENDABLE. STILL WORTH MOST OF WHAT I PAID FOR IT AFTER 137000 MILES. GOT WHAT I EXPECTED. GAS PETAL NOT USER FRIENDLY AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT VERY SMOOTH WHEN STARTING UP A HILL. PETAL GOES TO FULL ACCELERATION RIGHT AWAY."
Gary N., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"BEST body style Toyota ever made for handling off road adventures."
Kris K., ID (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Engine still very strong and handles well"
Richard B., AZ (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Decent MPG, Looks great and quiet."
Otto F., OR (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Still as responsive as it was when I bought it new in 2003."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"With AWD feel very comfortable safety-wise, especially during winter months."
Anonymous, NH (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"For a 12 year old truck the engine is still running great. Very little issues over the years. However, shocks and body have taken a beating but expected for the age."
Brian R., GA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"This is one of the most reliable vehicles we have ever owned. My husband does not pamper the truck in any way, and often gets behind in regular maintenance.... nonetheless, this truck has never had any major issues and it runs great."
Deborah B., CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Good acceleration and handling"
Mark M., MA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Even with a small truck camper on it, it handles and accelerates fine."
Jane S., WA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"drives ok"
Anonymous, OH (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"Low maintenance. Reliable."
John C., TX (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"The Tacoma is our around town vehicle. It does a good job meeting our requirements."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)"The four cylinder combined with the automatic provides for poor acceleration."
Robinson M., WA (2004 Toyota Tacoma)
"It is a little under powered at times."
JAMES L., MO (2004 Toyota Tacoma)